Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Children's Hospital of Richmond- Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the Children's Hospital of Richmond, specializing in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. This role involves providing direct patient care, supporting healthcare teams, and ensuring compliance with medical standards. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and experience, with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association.
• One year of medical assistant work experience if not a graduate of a medical assistant program.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, age-specific care to patients based on medical orders.
• Assist in patient care, emotional support, and problem-solving.
• Handle medications and related supplies.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Children's Hospital of Richmond- Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

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The Certified Medical Assistant provides direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of the physician.

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire

Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment

Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as, the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association.

AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

Experience REQUIRED

One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years if individual is not a graduate of a medical assistant program

No work experience if individual is a graduate of a medical assistant program

Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.

Demonstrated experience utilizing strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills

Experience PREFERRED

Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant

Previous experience in an academic health care environment

Education/training REQUIRED

High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED

Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program from an accredited program of study such as the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Independent Action(s) Required

Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.

Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes; legal issues; directed care which deviates from standard; and identify educational resources to meet developmental needs.

Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional Position Requirements

Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.

Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet clinic requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)

Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.

Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Days

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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